CPS students from first through eighth grade competed in the 2025 Citywide Spelling Bee Championship at Marie Curie Metropolitan High School on March 13, 2025, with winner Beatriz Whitford-Rodriguez, 13, of Skinner North Classical School, advancing to the 100th Scripps National Spelling Bee in Washington, D.C. CPS has a longstanding tradition of sending regional winners to the National Spelling Bee for over 60 years, showcasing the academic talent and dedication of its students. The event saw intense competition, with emotional reactions from participants like Damien Kennedy of Brennemann Elementary and Zach Bush of Nettlehorst Elementary, highlighting the hard work and resilience of the young spellers.
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Trump administration violated the law by withholding some Head Start funds, congressional watchdog finds
The Government Accountability Office (GAO) reported that the Trump administration violated the Impoundment Control Act by withholding congressionally appropriated funds for the Head Start program, significantly reducing fund disbursement between January and April 2025. Despite requests for information, the Department of Health and Human Services failed to respond, leading GAO to conclude that federal law was breached. Want More Context? 🔎
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